Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
ART DECO STYLE
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
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Style: Art Deco
1920s Glazed Copperlight Window Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large early 20th century glazed copperlight window panel with teak frame and 15 copperlight panels. Though this reclaimed window is an original of the 1920s era, it will make a sty...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Art Deco Period Burr Walnut Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A sophisticated Art Deco period burr walnut fire mantel with a beautiful character grain, striking profile and stepped opening. This handsome antique fireplace is a superb addition t...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Walnut, Wood
Restored Artdeco Étagère, Beech, Umakart, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco etagere comes from Czechoslovakia from the 1930s. It is made of lacquered beech blockboard and umakart.
The etagere has undergone careful restoration, during w...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Beech
Set of Four Bronze Elevator Indicator Lights
Located in New York, NY
Set of four fantastic Art Deco bronze elevator indicator lights. Rectangular in form with a cast anthemion moulding. Domed front housing with red and white glass light covers. Over...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
$1,650 / set
Rockefeller Center Monumental Planters
Located in Queens, NY
2 Pair of American Art Deco (1930's) monumental rectangular bronze planters (jardiniere) with a fluted design (PROVENANCE: ROCKEFELLER CENTER-PRICED PER Pair)
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
$75,000 / set
Large Art Deco Double Doors or Geometric Screen Panels
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This set of tall mahogany Art Deco double doors were originally a pair of fixed panels either side of an entranceway. Unglazed, they date from the 19...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Freestanding Bathtub with Transparent Crystal Design – Modern Luxury Soaking Tub
By DAINTE INC
Located in Monroe, NY
Transform your bathroom into a serene retreat with the Branched Iconic Master Bathtub, a true masterpiece of design and comfort. This modern luxury freestanding bathtub blends natura...
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2010s American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Crystal
Brown and Yellow Art Nouveau Glazed Relief Tiles by Gilliot, Hemiksem, circa 192
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
Handmade relief tiles in warm brown and yellow glazed colors. Manufactured around 1920 by Gilliot Hemiksem, Belgium.
These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or inco...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Functionalist Steel Plant Stand by Emile Guyot
By Emile Guyot
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Functionalist steel plant stand by Emile Guyot with black glass. Very good original condition with signs of usage.
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1930s Slovak Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
1 of the 45 Green Art Deco Glazed Relief Tiles by Deutsche Steingutfabrik, 1960s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Handmade tiles in a beautiful green glazed color. Manufactured around 1920 by Nord Deutsche Steingutfabrik, Germany.
These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or inco...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
A Striking Black Marquina Chimneypiece of Archetypal Art Deco Form
Located in London, GB
Of archetypal art deco form, this chimneypiece is reminiscent of Art Deco silhouettes such as the Walker Tower in New York. Carved from Black Marquina, the striking marble is figured...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Glass & Brass Towel Holder
Located in Praha, CZ
Art deco towel holder made of glass and brass. All parts are original.
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Large 1940s Square Wrought-Iron and Granite Dining Table from France
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant Art Deco square outdoor dining table. The wrought iron base is painted a delicate grey color. It has a scrolled apron, cabriole leg...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Wrought Iron
1 of the 30 Glazed Ceramic Art Deco Tiles by Gilliot, circa 1930s
By Gilliot
Located in Rijssen, NL
This is an amazing set of 30 original Art Deco handmade tiles. A beautiful relief and color. With a stylish design. These tiles would be charming displayed on easels, framed or incor...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 11 1920s McKinney Antique Brass Door Hinges
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a fabulous set of 11 1920s McKinney Antique brass 4.5in door hinges.
Rare survivors!
Made in the USA by ‘McKinney’ circa 1925-29.
These are without doubt from the...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Vintage Wrought Iron Dorothy Draper Bistro Set
Located in Cumberland, RI
This is a beautiful set of vintage patio chairs and bistro table by Dorothyy Draper, a renowned brand in outdoor furniture. The set includ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$3,039 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Round Room with Shagreen Wallpaper
By Emilio Terry
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This round piece made at the end of the 20th century comes from a Parisian mansion. Its decoration is inspired by the work of the Franco-cuban decorator Emilio Terry (1890 -1869). Th...
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20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alpaca, Mirror, Beech, Plywood, Paper
Unusual 3 Fold French Brass and Glass Fire Guard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Unusual 3 Fold French Brass and Glass Fire Guard
This is a folding Fireguard, the guard is made in Glass, the hinges and feet are made in brass, it has the added advantage that it ...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Fireplace Log Holder Andirons Dog 1920s
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful set of two dog andirons in solid green painted iron. They were used in a film of Pedro Almodovar.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$2,240 / set
1 of the 22 Unique Antique Relief Tiles, Le Claive, circa 1920
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 22 pcs. exceptional antique wall tiles, Le Claive, manufactured around 1920.
The dimensions per tile are 4,7 inch (12 cm) × 4,7 inch (12 cm) .
Please note that the piece i...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Restored Art Deco Pedestal, Spruce, Oak, Mahogany, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This Art Deco pedestal dates back to the early 20th century, from the Czechoslovakian period. It is crafted from a combination of spruce, beech, and mahogany veneers, giving it a uni...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany, Oak, Spruce
Sandstone Wall Fountain in Art Deco Style
Located in Greding, DE
Wall Fountain in Art Deco-style with a high rising, tapering square shaft. At the upper part is a molded, geometric decor in the style of Art Deco. The basin is in the shape of a hal...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sandstone
A pair of large Original Bronze Art Déco door handles. France 1930s.
Located in Köln, NW
One pair of large Original Art Déco door handles. Bronze, Glass. France 1930s. Heavy rare quality.
The door handles can also be used horizontally as a towel rail for a bathroom area...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Thistle Top Chrome Petite Fireplace Tools Set
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco petite chrome or Bakelite disk thistle design top fireplace tools all original finish, shovel, tongs, brush, and poker together with circular holder.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Delaware Park Bronze Equestrian Rider Jockey Leading Race Horse Lantern Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Delaware Park Bronze Equestrian Rider Jockey leading race horse with lantern sculpture statue. Item features cast bronze figure of jockey leading ...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Leaded Window 23" x 35"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage brownstone window with Art Deco style leaded design.
Currently housed in a wooden frame - the overall dimensions are for the stained glass...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
Pair of Torch Form Architectural Details
Located in Nantucket, MA
Solid bronze with natural aged verdigris surface.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Art Deco
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rattan Art Deco living room circa 1925 including
1 table, dim: 73x105x75 cm
2 armchairs, dim: Hauteur : 70 cm (27,56 po)Largeur : 68 cm (26,78 po)Profondeur : 50 cm (19,69 po)Hauteur de l'assise : 43 cm (16,93 po)
2 planters with their zinc tray...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
$15,326 / set
Large French Art Deco Silver and Parcel Gilt Bronze Woman in Canoe, M.L Simard
Located in New York City, NY
Marie-Louise Simard (French, 1886-1963)
A large and important original French Art Deco silver and parcel gilt bronze sculpture of a female figure holding a parasol in a canoe.
The figure wears a gilt bodice and a two-tone ruffled skirt, details typical of the Art Deco movement, while she floats effortlessly in a narrow boat...
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20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Pair of Restored Art Deco Pedestals, Walnut, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant pair of Art Deco pedestals comes from Czechoslovakia from the early 20th century. They are made of blockboard veneered with walnut and impress with their timeless design...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Walnut
1930's Art Deco Split Reed / Stick Wicker Chair and End Table. Ypslianti
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning 1930's Art Stick Wicker /Split Reed Lounge Chair and End Table. attrib to Ypsilanti Reed Furniture Co... Superior quality and construction,, Amazing design,Nice original co...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Reed
Art Deco Bronze Storefront Archways
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco (American) bronze storefront frame (archways) with geometric design.
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20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Wylie R. Dallas Texas Roped Iron Furniture Chaise 1940s San Antonio Texas
By W.R. Dallas
Located in Camden, ME
A keyhole backed outdoor lounge from W. R. Dallas's line of Texas Roped Iron Furniture.
Founded and patented in 1929 in San Antonio Texas this is a very popular Texan furniture.
Thi...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker 3-Piece Set by Donald Deskey / Ypsilanti Reed
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker 3-Piece Garden / Patio Set by Donald Deskey for Ypsilanti Reed.. Probably the best set I have ever owned. Amazing quality and construction.oRIGINAL ...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Naugahyde, Wicker, Reed, Wood
Pair of Art Deco Columns in marble, 1930, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Column Art Deco
Year: 1930
Country: French
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your dispos...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$23,000 / set
French 1940s Wrought-Iron and Marble-Top Table
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
French 1940s dining or center table. The wrought-iron base has a dark green finish. Original marble top, white with dark grey veins.
Can be used indoors or outdoors.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Weathered Garden Sundial
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Weathered garden sundial
This sundial base is made in a cast composite with flint chippings
The pedestal is rectangular and the sundial is made in ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
$1,609
Rare Antiqu Art Deco Umbrella Holder / Plant Stand by Demeyere 1930 Chrome Rack
By Demeyere
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Stylish & rare! This exquisite streamlined Art Deco umbrella holder / plant stand designed by luxurious Belgian company ''Demeyere'' in 1930. (it can also be used as a Champagne bucket stand...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Deer Stucco, France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Stucco
Material: stucco
Country: France
If you want to live in the golden years, this is the tables that your project needs.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art No...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stucco
Set of 6 French Art Deco Iron Folding Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
"Set of 6 French Art Deco outdoor white painted iron folding round back arm chairs with slat wood seat and back. (PRICE AS Set)
Vintage condition"
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$9,000 / set
Art Deco Virgin, 1930, Sign : T. Fosca , Foundry: Gottuzzo Y Piana
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Virgin
Sign : T. Fosca
Foundry: Gottuzzo y Piana
Material: silver plated bronze
The foundry was founded in 1884, during the presidency of Julio Roca in Buenos Aires, Argentina b...
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1830s Argentine Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker occ. table by Donald Deskey /Ypsilanti Reed
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker occ. table designed by Donald Deskey made by Ypsilanti Reed.. Rare table , Amazing design,, Classic art deco / skyscraper.. retains original finish ...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Pair of Wrought Iron Dachshund Andirons
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Elegant and original, this pair of wrought iron andirons takes the form of charming stylized dachshunds. Their minimalist and geometric design highlights the elongated silhouette cha...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
20th century French Pair of Art deco Bronze Furniture Ornaments, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
A stunning pair of solid bronze ornaments dating from the Art Deco period, featuring a delicate floral motif in relief, finely carved. These exceptional decorative elements can be us...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1920s French Cast Iron Jardinieres with Original Blue Paint
By Deville & Cie
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of unique round cast iron jardinieres attributed to Deville & Cie in Charleville in the Ardennes, France. The casting has a floral detail and there is drainage below for perma...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Late 19th C Pair of Carved Marble Architectural Corbels Elements
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Late 19th century pair of hand carved marble corbels with organic following decoration previously part of larger interior architectural feature or fireplace
The sections are extreme...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Big Art Deco Column , 1930, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Column Art Deco
Year: 1930
Country: French
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your dispos...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Qty Avail Art Deco Terracotta Statue Christ w/ Alpha + Omega
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco terracotta statue of Christ was reclaimed from the Calvary Baptist Church which was built in 1929 standing at 123 West 57th Street, where Carnegie Hall resides just across the street. The statue is original to when the church was built and stood on the facade of the 16-story building. The church was designed by John Rochester Thomas and was demolished in 2021. Made in three parts which form Christ in front of an arch dome. Christ is portrayed as holding the Scriptures with the letters Alpha and Omega...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Stylish Art Deco Beaten Brass Fire Screen
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Stylish Art Deco beaten brass fire screen
This is a charming and stylish screen, the screen it has diagonal design to the front with an off set brass handle
The screen is good qu...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Restored Art Nouveau Pedestal, Walnut, Revived Polish, Czech, 1900s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Nouveau pedestal originates from Bohemia from the early 20th century. It is crafted from solid walnut and veneer, giving it a rich and sophisticated appearance with ...
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Early 1900s Czech Antique Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Walnut
1930's Art Deco Stick wICKER / Split Reed Center / Cocktail Table, Ypsilanti
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning 1930's Art Deco Stick wICKER / Split Reed Center / Cocktail Table, Ypsilanti,, Amazing quality and construction,, Wonderful design / patina. Great color.. (possibly repaint...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Reed, Laminate
Early 20th Century Monumental Marble Obelisks- a Pair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Extremely rare and decorative pair of Grand Tour Marble Obelisks from the early 20th century. They use a couple of different marble in a gorgeous design. Breathtaking in person. The...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Vintage Boho Cast Concrete Arches Planters - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring bold boho vibes to your garden or home with this pair of Vintage Cast Concrete Arches Planters. Featuring striking arched designs, these sturdy planters offer a perfect blend o...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Six Chairs Attributed to René Prou, France, 1940s
By René Prou
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant and unusual set of six hand-wrought iron chairs attributed to René Prou. The iron has a lovely, heavy feel and is painted glossy black. Traces of earlier greeny blue paint ar...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Pair Pineapple Antique Decorative Rustic Finials Sculpture Los Angeles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Pair Pineapple Antique Decorative Rustic Finials Sculpture Los Angeles . Pair of Pineapples Metal Hand forged Cast and hand made Garden fini...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$4,640 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Rails in the Manner of Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of French walnut and fer forge rails or gates in the manner of Edgar Brandt. These could be adapted accordinly.
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,666 / set
Antique Fireplace Set “Hunting” in Gilt Bronze, France, 1950s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Beautiful antique stand with fireplace accessories in Art Deco Style.
Flower scene with hunting dog, hunting horn and acanthus leaves. Beautiful item, very decorative.
The bron...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Unique Beige Czech Art Deco Pedestal, Original Condition, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Unique Art Deco pedestal.
Source: Czechia
Period: 1920-1929
Original well preserved condition.
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Elegant French Art Deco Period Burled Wood Pedestal
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant French Art Deco period burled wood pedestal.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Burl
Waylande Gregory for Cowan Pottery Coral Flamingo Centerpiece Planter Set 1929
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Waylande Gregory Coral Flamingo Centerpiece and Planter, Cowan Pottery, Ohio, USA, 1928-1931. Marked "COWAN" under flamingo.
Waylande Desantis Gregory (1905 Baxter Springs, Kansas – 1971, New Jersey) was one of the most innovative and prolific American art-deco ceramics sculptors of the early 20th century. His groundbreaking techniques enabled him to create monumental ceramic sculpture, such as the Fountain of the Atoms and Light Dispelling Darkness, which had hitherto not been possible. He also developed revolutionary glazing and processing methods, and was a seminal figure in the studio glass movement.
The Cowan Pottery Studio was founded by R. Guy Cowan in Lakewood, Ohio, United States in 1912. It moved to Rocky River, Ohio in 1920, and operated until 1931, when the financial stress of the Great Depression resulted in its bankruptcy. Cowan Pottery produced both artistic and commercial work in a variety of styles influenced by the Arts and Crafts Movement, Art Deco, Chinese ceramics, and modern sculpture.
During its two decades of operation, a number of well-known Cleveland School artists worked with Cowan at the studio: Elizabeth Anderson, Arthur Eugene Baggs, Alexander Blazys, Paul Bogatay, Edris Eckhardt, Waylande Gregory, A. Drexler Jacobson, among many others. With the exception of Guy Cowan, himself, Waylande Gregory designed more pieces for the pottery than anyone else.
Gregory joined R. Guy Cowan in Rocky River, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland, in 1928, where he became the leading sculptor of the Cowan Pottery studio. Unlike his contemporaries at Cowan Pottery, who were primarily influenced by Viennese modern...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
$7,350 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Art Deco building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include OTHR, Gilliot, Francois Carre, and Patrick Coard. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $55 and tops out at $250,000 while the average work can sell for $2,600.
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